Patient Access Acute Representative
About The Position
A Patient Access Registration Specialist I is responsible for providing excellent customer service and facilitating the registration and scheduling process for patients and visitors at Intermountain Health. The caregiver ensures that accurate and complete information is collected and entered into the system, verifies insurance and eligibility, collects co-pays and balances, and follows up on pending issues. The caregiver also adheres to Intermountain Health's policies and procedures, as well as federal and state regulations regarding patient privacy and confidentiality.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office, internet and email required.
- Customer service experience, preferably in a healthcare setting, is required.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Epic preferred.
Responsibilities
- Greet and assist patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
- Obtain and verify patient demographic, financial, and insurance information.
- Register and schedule patients for appointments, tests, and procedures.
- Collect and process co-pays, deductibles, and balances due at the time of service.
- Provide patients with information on financial assistance, payment plans, and charity care.
- Explain and obtain signatures on consent forms, policies, and disclosures.
- Provide patients with directions, maps, and parking information.
- Coordinate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure smooth patient flow and quality care.
- Document and update patient records in the electronic health system.
- Follow up on pending issues, such as prior authorizations, referrals, and pre-certifications.
Benefits
- We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
- Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
- Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
